St. Louis County, Minnesota
Bring the hibachi grill to Melrude
There are only so many warm Saturdays. Spend one like this.

A hibachi chef who comes to Melrude
Here's the plan for Melrude: say when and roughly how many, let each person choose their proteins, and leave the cooking to the chef. Nobody has to agree on a menu; every plate is made to order. The chef covers Melrude and the towns around it: Cotton, Makinen and Canyon.
Melrude's ZIP code is 55766.
Melrude pricing
Supper in Melrude for 18 grown-ups is $990 with two proteins each. Go with three and it's $1,170.
| Adults | Two proteins | Three proteins |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | $550 | $650 |
| 15 | $825 | $975 |
| 20 | $1,100 | $1,300 |
| 25 | $1,375 | $1,625 |
| 30 | $1,650 | $1,950 |
Where the grill goes
At a lake place near Melrude, ground level is easiest. A level deck works with a mat under the grill.
Questions from Melrude hosts
What about mosquitoes?
The grill's heat and smoke help more than you'd think. A couple of fans by the table handle the rest.
Do you cook in winter?
On a mild day in an open garage, yes. The grill never goes in a closed space, so January is usually out.
Our group in Melrude is pretty big.
Large parties get a second chef and grill so supper comes out at about the same time for everyone.
What proteins can we get?
Chicken, steak, shrimp, scallops, salmon or vegetable tofu. Filet mignon costs $5 extra and lobster tail $10 extra.
Are kids cheaper?
Kids under 12 are $30 with two proteins and get the same rice, vegetables and salad.
What if the weather turns in Melrude?
A garage or a pavilion will do; a pontoon canopy won't. We watch the radar with you, and lightning means we wait or reschedule.
Near Melrude
Other towns near Melrude:
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